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Ryan Israel is the Chief Investment Officer of Pershing Square Capital Management, a hedge fund founded by Bill Ackman. His career includes time at Goldman Sachs before joining Pershing Square in 2009. Ackman named Israel his CIO and designated successor in 2022. Israel's net worth exceeded $1 billion after a 10% stake sale in Pershing Square. He was recognized on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2015.
Information regarding Ryan Israel's early life is limited in the search results. However, it is known that he attended the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating summa cum laude in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance.
Israel's career began at Goldman Sachs as an analyst in the Technology, Media and Telecom group. He joined Pershing Square Capital Management in March 2009. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a partner and eventually the Chief Investment Officer in August 2022. In 2015, he was recognized on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in the finance category. In June 2024, Pershing Square was valued at $10.5 billion when outside investors bought 10% of the firm.
As CIO of Pershing Square, Israel plays a crucial role in overseeing investment strategies. Pershing Square is known for its concentrated stock portfolio, including significant positions in companies like Chipotle, Alphabet, and Hilton, and makes macro bets.
There is no specific information on Ryan Israel's philanthropic activities found in the search results.
Graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance.
Began working at Pershing Square Capital Management.
Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 list in the finance category.
Appointed Chief Investment Officer of Pershing Square Capital Management.
Became a member of the board of directors of Pershing Square Holdco GP, LLC.
Became a member of the board of directors of Howard Hughes Holdings Inc..
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""Bill was the first person I met who knew more about Buffett and was more in love with Buffett than even I was.""
"“We have arguments even when we agree,”"
Israel is unafraid to challenge anyone, including the CEO.
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